Answer to Question #93368 in Biochemistry for Kylie

Question

Define a peptide bond.

Answer 1

 

Peptide bond is a type of covalent bond that forms between α-carboxyl group of one amino acid and the α-amino group of another one with simultaneous dehydration reaction.

 

Source: Lehninger, A., Nelson, D. and Cox, M. (2005). Lehninger principles of biochemistry. New York: W.H. Freeman and Co.